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Professionalism, personal taste and social inclusion : does it matter what clients wear?

Davys, D; Pope, KH; Taylor, JA

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Authors

D Davys

KH Pope

JA Taylor



Abstract

An earlier opinion piece considered the professional issues surrounding the occupational therapists dress code within the work place (Davys et al 2006). This second paper considers the role of the occupational therapist when a clients choice of clothing may conflict with social expectations and negatively impact upon social inclusion. Three hypothetical cases that reflect clinical realities are presented, which serve as prompts for reflection upon informed choice, professional responsibilities and the therapeutic relationship. This paper concludes that there needs to be debate about the conflict between each of these areas and the concept of social inclusion.

Citation

Davys, D., Pope, K., & Taylor, J. (2008). Professionalism, personal taste and social inclusion : does it matter what clients wear?. British Journal of Occupational Therapy, 71(4), 165-167

Journal Article Type Article
Publication Date Apr 1, 2008
Deposit Date Apr 13, 2011
Publicly Available Date Apr 5, 2016
Journal British Journal of Occupational Therapy
Print ISSN 0308-0226
Publisher SAGE Publications
Peer Reviewed Peer Reviewed
Volume 71
Issue 4
Pages 165-167
Publisher URL http://www.ingentaconnect.com/content/cot/bjot/2008/00000071/00000004/art00007

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